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Interaction with veterans organised by Army

YB WEB DESK. Dated: 7/21/2021 12:20:49 PM

Rajouri, July 20 A nation which remembers and acknowledges the contribution of its brave Veterans who toiled through challenging times and in hostile conditions, its future will always be in secure hands. Living up to the traditions of maintaining contact with Veterans, an interaction was organised at Keri, Bherote, Goldh and Saryah in District Rajouri (J&K) as part of Indian Army’s “Mission Outreach”. During the interactions issues of employment opportunities through NSDC (National Skill Development Corporation) accredited courses, problems faced by veterans and need for women empowerment were discussed. In an endeavor to forge closer ties with the veterans, social and development issues to bring backward areas of the region at par with developed regions of the State was specially discussed. The meeting gave an informal platform to the veterans to share their experiences related to development programmes. The attendees were informed regarding various welfare schemes launched by the Government for the benefit of Veterans including skill development for setting up small scale industries. Importance of Communal Harmony in the process of overall development of society towards the positive contribution was also stressed upon. A lecture was also organised to educate the attendees on importance of COVID-19 vaccination. The Veterans hailed efforts made by Army and assured their participation towards overall development of area and in bringing peace and harmony in the society.